SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Program Manager Laos
- Notice Date
- 3/21/2006
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- NAICS
- 928120
— International Affairs
- Contracting Office
- Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, INL RM MS, 2430 E Street, N.W., South Building SA-4 Navy Hill, Washington, DC, 20520
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC0625
- Response Due
- 4/21/2006
- Archive Date
- 5/6/2006
- Description
- Deputy Program Manager Salary Range: $68,932-$82,314 Open Period: 03/21-04/21/06 Grade: FS-3 Position Information: Full-Time position not to exceed five years. One year with four option years to be exercised at the discretion of the employing office. Duty Location: 1 vacancy, Vientiane, Laos SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC06025 (INL) SUBJECT: Solicitation for services under a Personal Services Contract (PSC), Department of State (DOS), Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL). The United States Government, represented by the Department of State, is seeking proposals from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described below. DOS intends to award a contract for the basic term of one year with four one-year options to be exercised at the discretion of the U.S. Government. The contract will be awarded to an individual candidate representing the best overall value to the Government considering the candidate's qualifications and experience against criteria stated herein. This PSC position requires a TOP SECRET level security clearance, which must be maintained throughout the contract period, including option periods. The applicant's spouse or cohabitant may be subject to a background investigation. Denial of a TOP SECRET level security clearance will be grounds for removal from consideration for contract prior to award or termination of contract after award. Contract award will not be made until at a minimum an interim clearance is granted. PURPOSE: The purpose of this personal service contract position is to serve as the Deputy Program Manager under the supervision of the American Embassy, Laos, Narcotics Affairs Section Director. Key Requirements: ? U.S. Citizenship ? Background and/or Security Investigation required. Major Duties: A. STATEMENT OF DUTIES BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION Direction, Supervision, and Representation In the absence of the NAS Director, serves as the Acting NAS Director, coordinating, directing, and planning NAS program activities. Supervises the daily activities of the NAS staff. As directed, coordinates NAS efforts with other U.S. Agencies, the Government of Laos (GOL), UNODC, other international organizations, non-governmental organizations, private-voluntary organizations, and program beneficiaries. Represents the NAS in internal and external meetings, ceremonies, and representational events as required. Articulates and promotes U.S., Mission, INL and NAS policies and goals. Financial Management and Oversight Conducts budgetary operations based on guidance provided by the NAS Director. Monitors NAS financial activity by reviewing official Financial Management System (FMS) Status of Funds and Status of Obligations reports. Provides regular financial reports to INL. Projects future budget requirements based on current and planned expenditures. Precludes budgetary shortfalls through diligent forecasting. Assures compliance with INL financial management regulations and publications. Host Nation Support Advises host nation officials in the conduct of U.S. funded counternarcotics programs to include Crop Control, Demand Reduction, and Law Enforcement, with special emphasis on alternative development. Explains and assures compliance with U.S. laws and regulations. Coordinates support for ILEA, OPDET, and other training activities, including Leahy Amendment vetting and clearance through ACES. Supports the full array of INL programs as appropriate. In lieu of the NAS Director, inspects field activities throughout Laos. Information Management Oversees organization of NAS office records and automated databases, with special attention to historical documentation and program files. Assures that record keeping, retention, and retirement are in accordance with Department regulations. Develops and maintains an automated database of all host-country personnel receiving NAS-funded training, and compiles vetting records. Project Audit and Evaluation Audits project accounts focusing especially on operational support funding provided to host-country agencies. Coordinates project evaluations with Lao authorities and American consultants. Logistical Coordination Acts as the logistical coordinator for the NAS to include procurement, property management, vehicle maintenance, staff training, communications support, and medical evacuation. Maintains an automated database of program commodities provided to host-country entities and drafts annual End Use Monitoring Report for INL. Assures compliance with INL property management regulations and publications. Program Planning For new projects, develops comprehensive multi-year implementation plans reflecting specific project objectives, methods of implementation, activity milestones, measures of effectiveness, and budgetary requirements. Travel Applicant will reside in Vientiane, but will be in travel status up to 50% of the time, often on short notice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. ?X Must be a U.S. Citizen capable of holding a Top Secret level security clearance. ?X Completion of a Bachelor??s Degree is required. Advanced study in International Development or a related field preferred. ?X Must be familiar with U.S. and DOS counternarcotics programs, policies, and procedures. ?X Must have experience in the supervision of alternative development programs. ?X Class I medical clearance required. Applicant must be capable of performing rigorous field duty under austere conditions in rugged, mountainous terrain with very limited support for prolonged periods in regions where medical care is not available and quick evacuation unlikely. Applicant must be able to move self and equipment by foot over mountain trails for distances of up to 12 miles to remote villages and return. ?X Experience in budget or accounting work preferred. ?X Level III/III for Lao required, Level IV/IV preferred. EVALUATION CRITERIA: ?X Demonstrated ability in oral and written English, especially experience in public speaking and DOS cable drafting. ?X Demonstrated interpersonal skills. ?X Familiarity with 4 FAM, 4 FAH, and Standardized Regulations, RFMS (Regional Financial Management System) viewer, and cable express. ?X Past performance COMPENSATION: Compensation for the position will be negotiated as follows: Level of experience will dictate the salary level within the grade range. Entry level salary will normally be at the first step of the grade range for the position. However, consideration will be given to the successful applicant??s experience that is specifically relevant to the position to be filled. Number of years of relevant experience will determine at what step within the grade range the successful applicant will be compensated. How To Apply: You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement. The applicant must submit an Optional Form 612, a resume and 3 letters of reference. Proposals must include all of the following: 1) a resume, 2) an Optional Form 612 (OF 612) signed and dated, and 3) three written letters of reference including reference contact information. The OF 612 is available at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/forms.asp. Proposals should include the applicant's full mailing address, fax number, telephone number and e-mail address. The proposal should reference the solicitation number, PSC06025 (INL). Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures included in their proposals. Any questions may be directed to Linda Gower, Contracting Officer, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX (202) 776-8775 or E-Mail Gowerlg@state.gov. Proposals may be submitted by facsimile or e-mail, but originals must be sent via Federal Express or DHL. Proposals must NOT be sent via the US Postal Service as receip of US Postal Service mail is delayed. Late submissions will not be considered. Submissions by Federal Express or DHL should be addressed to U.S. Department of State INL/RM/MS SA4 Navy Hill South Room 120 Attn: Linda Gower (202) 776-8774 2430 E Street NW Washington, D.C. 20520 Proposals are due no later than 4:00 PM on 4/21/2006. Persons submitting proposals are responsible for confirming receipt of all required documents by the due date. Interested applicants are responsible for obtaining all posted amendments to this solicitation. All amendments issued will be available on the Federal Business Opportunities website www.fedbizopps.gov under State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, INL/RM/MS Washington DC, Solicitation PSC06025. Contact Information: Linda G. Gower Phone: 202-776-8774 Fax: 202-776-8775 Internet: Gowerlg@state.gov Or write: Department of State, INL/RM/MS, SA-4 Navy Hill South 2430 E. Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 What To Expect Next: You may be contacted for an interview. You will be notified if you are selected. BENEFITS Applicable benefits, policies, and regulations Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance, if applicable Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase, if applicable Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave Shipment of household goods within the CONUS to duty location ALLOWANCES (if applicable). * (A) Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (Section 120). (B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). (C) Post Allowance (Section 220). (D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). (E) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260). (F) Education Allowance (Section 270). (G) Education Travel (Section 280). (H) Post Differential (Chapter 500). (I) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and (J) Danger Pay (Section 650). CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) PERTAINING TO PSCs 99-09 PSC's Annual Health Insurance Costs 99-07 Contractual Coverage for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) Services 98-16 Annual Salary Increase for USPSCs 98-19 Home Leave under USPSCs 98-24 Use of Compensatory (Comp) Time by PSCs 98-25 Defense Base Act (DBA) Coverage and DBA Waiver List 97-16 Class Justification for Use of Other Than Full & Open Competition for Personal Services Contracts with U.S. Citizens Contracted with Locally, with CCNs and TCNs Subject to the Local Compensation Plan, and for Overseas Contracts of $250,000 or Less 97-11 1997 FICA & Medicare Tax Rates for Personal Services Contracts 97-03 New USAID Contractor Employee Physical Examination 96-19 U. S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) - Leave 94-09 Sunday Pay for U.S. Personal Services Contractors (PSCs) 93-17 Financial Disclosure Requirements Under a Personal Services Contract (PSC)
- Place of Performance
- Address: Vientiane
- Country: Laos
- Country: Laos
- Record
- SN01011306-W 20060323/060321212134 (fbodaily.com)
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